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There are two primary perspectives on drinking whiskey in the morning: as a method for professional tasting or as a potentially problematic habit. The effects differ dramatically depending on the context. 

Professional tasting

For whisky professionals, such as blenders, writers, and reviewers, the morning is considered the best time for sensory evaluation. 

• Heightened senses: Your palate and sense of smell are at their most sensitive and least fatigued before you have eaten or consumed other strong flavors like coffee.

• Optimal conditions: Professionals often taste in the morning in a controlled, distraction-free environment to accurately perceive the spirit's subtle aromas and flavors.

• Purpose: The goal of this type of morning tasting is analytical—to deconstruct and evaluate the spirit—not for casual enjoyment. 

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Recreational or habitual drinking

For most people, drinking whiskey in the morning, especially on an empty stomach, is an ill-advised practice that can have significant health risks and consequences. 

• Rapid intoxication: Alcohol is absorbed much faster on an empty stomach, causing you to feel drunk more quickly and intensely.

• Stomach irritation: Strong liquor can irritate the stomach lining, leading to nausea, acid reflux, and general discomfort.

• Blood sugar drops: Alcohol lowers your blood sugar levels. Drinking without food can lead to a more severe drop, causing dizziness, weakness, and confusion.

• Dependency and addiction: Regular morning drinking can be a sign of alcohol dependency or addiction. For some, it can be a means to manage a hangover or a compulsion that spirals into a larger problem. 

Cultural and historical context

While modern medical understanding cautions against the practice, morning drinking has historical and cultural precedents, including: 

• "Hair of the dog": A small amount of alcohol in the morning to lessen a hangover. While it may temporarily relieve symptoms, it prolongs the cycle and is not a healthy solution.

• Adding to coffee: The Irish coffee is a classic example of socially acceptable morning drinking that involves whiskey, but it is typically served as a dessert or special-occasion drink rather than a daily habit.

• Apocryphal health advice: Some anecdotal accounts exist, such as a 107-year-old man who claimed a shot of whiskey in his coffee every morning was the secret to his longevity. Such stories should be taken with a grain of salt, as they contradict the overwhelming medical consensus regarding alcohol consumption. 

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